Nikon Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena.
A modern Plena with edge-to-edge bokeh circles. Nikon's most-praised S-line release — the headshot lens that justifies the Z system on its own.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“Nikon's headshot specialty. Editorial verdict pending Curator authoring.”
The Gavler Verdict
Precision Engineering
Plena Edge-Bokeh Design
Optical formula keeps bokeh circles perfectly round across the entire frame — eliminates 'cat-eye' rendering.
S-Line Magnesium Body
Weather-sealed S-line construction with a control ring and customizable function buttons.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Plena's edge-bokeh signature is genuinely unique in the modern lens market. Curator content pending.
Cast Your Vote
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Best Price Availability.
Prices checked April 2026
Global Critique
“The headshot lens that justifies the Z system.”
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